Mt. Laurel Animal Hospital hosting 7th annual pet photos with Santa for Empath Project

MOUNT LAUREL – Are you ready for those adorable photos of your fur baby with Santa, while simultaneously helping a worthy cause?

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is hosting its 7th annual Pet Photos with Santa, which benefits the hospital’s charity, The EMPATH Project, created by hospital employees to help families in need of life-saving veterinary care.

The fun and interactive event will be held on Dec. 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the hospital, located at 220 Mount Laurel Road in Mount Laurel.

Photos are $10 (minimum donation). Guests will receive a printed and digital copy of their pet’s photo and a stocking filled with goodies.

Dr. Robert Mankowski greets an American Bulldog named Remi as her owner Joellen Comfort of Williamstown looks on during a visit to the Mount Laurel Animal Hospital on September 4, 2018.
Dr. Robert Mankowski greets an American Bulldog named Remi as her owner Joellen Comfort of Williamstown looks on during a visit to the Mount Laurel Animal Hospital on September 4, 2018.

“We just love seeing our patients outside of the exam room for this great cause. It’s fun and supports our charity that has helped so many families in need,” said Dr. Robert Mankowski, co-owner of Mount Laurel Animal Hospital.

Crafters will be on hand and there will also be a bake sale. Guests will also get to meet the hospital’s life-saving blood bank team.

The hospital has served the community for over 40 years and has over 50 doctors and more than 300 staff members providing 24 hour general, emergency and specialty veterinary care.

Please note that an RSVP is required as space is limited: https://mlahvet.com/santa/

This article originally appeared on Cherry Hill Courier-Post: Pet photos with Santa at Mt. Laurel Animal Hospital assists families